Enrollment Advisor & Recruiter

Indian River State College; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement Security

Generous paid leave

Job summary

Indian River State College in Florida is seeking an Admissions Counselor to guide prospective students through admissions and onboarding, manage a caseload, and support recruitment across campuses.

You will partner with campus teams, coordinate events, and provide personalized guidance on selecting majors and navigating financial aid and scholarships. The role requires travel within the territory and some evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred OR an associate degree with four (4) years of relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Minimum of three (3) years of proven experience in student recruitment, enrollment, and/or retention initiatives in a post‑secondary setting preferred.
• Knowledge of higher education student services, including admissions and registration procedures, preferred.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and student information platforms preferred.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with students and provide accurate and sound academic and career advice.
• Strong communication, organizational, technical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Skilled in handling confidential records with discretion.
• Valid driver’s license or mode of transport
• Requires frequent travel within assigned territory; required
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead territory-based recruitment efforts through high school visits, college fairs, and campus events.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with counselors, community partners, and external organizations. Represent the college at public engagements to promote enrollment when asked.
• Interview with new students, provide career advisement, assist students with the full admissions process, and review student applications for admission.
• Provide guidance on admissions requirements, financial aid, and possible scholarships.
• Use CRM/SIS systems to track, document, and communicate with prospective students using the provided contact strategy.

Skills

Communication

Organization

CRM knowledge

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Discretion with records

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Associate degree + 4 years experience

Tools

CRM systems

Student information systems (SIS)

Job description

Indian River State College in Florida is seeking an Admissions Counselor to guide prospective students through admissions and onboarding, manage a caseload, and support recruitment across campuses.

You will partner with campus teams, coordinate events, and provide personalized guidance on selecting majors and navigating financial aid and scholarships. The role requires travel within the territory and some evenings/weekends.